Exciting Opportunity: Become Our Shop Manager!
Are you a dynamic, enthusiastic leader with a commitment to sustainability and making a positive social impact? If you’re looking to make a difference, manage a vibrant team, and bring out the best in a retail environment, this opportunity is for you!
About the Role
As Shop Manager, you’ll take charge of the daily operations, creating a warm, welcoming space that maximizes our store’s potential. From arranging eye-catching displays to driving our mission forward, you’ll set the stage for an exceptional shopping experience. With a supportive and purpose-driven team, you’ll inspire volunteers, foster community connections, and drive sustainability every day.
This is a full-time role, working 5 days Monday to Saturday
Your Key Responsibilities
• Maximize Shop Revenue: Lead the way in maintaining a beautiful, organized shop environment that boosts sales.
• Inspire and Develop a Volunteer Team: Recruit, train, and motivate a passionate group of volunteers who share our mission.
• Ensure Safety: Conduct risk assessments and uphold Health and Safety practices, ensuring a secure environment for customers and team members alike.
About You
• Goal-Oriented: You’re driven to achieve results and set high standards.
• Natural Leader: Confidently guide, support, and inspire your team.
• Customer-Focused: Deliver an outstanding experience with every interaction.
• Problem-Solver: Tackle challenges head-on with creativity and efficiency.
• Tech-Savvy: Basic IT skills to keep things running smoothly.
This full-time role requires a 5-day commitment, Monday through Saturday.
Being part of QEF means:
• Actively participating in learning, development and feedback opportunities.
• Promoting QEF’s Equal Opportunities policy.
• Being an active team player.
• Being an ambassador of QEF’s Values and Behaviours
o Everyone Matters,
o Everyone Works Together,
o Everyone Makes a Difference.
Benefits
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Pension and Life Assurance (4 times basic salary)
• Westfield Healthcare Cash back scheme and shopping discounts
• Blue Light Card
• Range of training opportunities provided to ensure career development.
Disability Confident Employer
• QEF is proud to be an equal opportunities employer
• We guarantee to interview all applicants who meet the criteria for a vacancy and to consider each applicant on their ability to do the job
• Please contact HR if you require any reasonable adjustment(s) for the application process or interview stage on HR@QEF.org.uk or on 01372 841 144
If you’re ready to take the lead in a role where you can blend sustainability with community impact, we want to hear from you! Apply today to be a part of something meaningful.
• Click HERE for a copy of the job description
• Please upload your CV or fill in a QEF Application Form